WHO publishes draft Global Action Plan for Prevention of NCDs 2013-2020

February 15th, 2013

WHO has officially released a draft of the Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) 2013-2020. The comprehensive first draft was commented upon by Member States during the 132nd session of the WHO Executive Board and a revised version was published on 13 February 2013.

Web-based consultation has been launched
Currently, a web-based consultation has been launched. Member States, UN agencies, non-governmental organisations and selected private sector entities can share their comments before 10 March 2013.

After this third round of informal consultations, the final version of the Action Plan will be considered by Member States during the 66th World Health Assembly at the end of May. Choices International Foundation is closely following the developments on the WHO proposed action for Member States with respect to promoting a healthy diet.